The SAT and ACT, standardised tests that were once crucial in the college admission process, are increasingly being substituted by other standardised tests or test requirements eliminated completely, especially for international applicants.

In a landmark ruling that could see many international students returning to the UK, an immigration tribunal has condemned the Home Office for deporting students for alleged exam deception in 2014 without confirming their role in the deception.

The quality of English language teaching globally is being compromised by corporate exam providers, and the role of teachers is being squeezed by more cost effective, technology driven alternatives ELT experts have said.

With a background in providing English training for corporations, US-based English 3 has moved into the education sector with the launch of a video-based entrance exam and a student classroom-readiness course.

A new language training course, available to NHS trusts and on request, is being launched to equip doctors from overseas with the practical English communication skills they need in a hospital environment.